Real-Time Traffic: Bakersfield, California
What’s I-5 traffic like RIGHT NOW? Real-time Bakersfield traffic information. Our maps show updates on road construction, traffic accidents, travel delays and the latest traffic speeds. Data is automatically updated every 5 minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
Real-Time Bakersfield Area Traffic MapReal-Time traffic information and alerts about accidents, police, and hazards Courtesy of WAZE.com
Bakersfield Area Traffic CamerasLive Feeds From the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans)
I-5 Northbound South of Route 46
I-5 Southbound North of Route 58
Northbound I-5 South of Route 58
I-5 North of Route 43
Northbound I-5 North of Route 119
I-5 Northbound at the Route 99 Exit
Bakersfield Area Weather Forecast5-Day Weather Forecast Courtesy of Weather Underground
California DOT TweetsSocial Media Posts From The California Department of Transportation (CalTrans)
California Road NewsLatest Headlines From The I-5 Exit Guide Newsroom
Bakersfield Area Insider TipsThe Inside Scoop From Seasoned I-5 Travelers
Truck speed limits are strictly enforced: If you're driving a larger vehicle or RV, know that trucks are limited to 55 mph on the Grapevine, and California Highway Patrol actively patrols. The runaway truck ramps exist for a reason - brakes fail on this grade.
The Grapevine weather can change fast: Check conditions before heading south, especially in winter. This mountain pass can close suddenly due to snow/ice, creating massive backups.
Fill up BEFORE the Grapevine: Gas stations at the base and summit of the Grapevine (just south of Bakersfield) are notoriously expensive. Fill up in Bakersfield proper where prices are significantly cheaper.
Avoid midday summer stops: Bakersfield regularly hits 100°F+ in summer. If you need to stop for food/rest, the early morning or evening will be far more comfortable. The air quality can also be poor, so keep windows up if sensitive.